Woranart, the family’s long-lost great-aunt, suddenly reappears. Mysteriously unchanged after all these years, Woranart is met with an unease that quickly overshadows the joy of reunion. As the family’s secrets gradually come to light and the seeds of a devastating calamity begin to take root, Oui, the youngest granddaughter and the only one who trusts and follows Woranart, turns 18. The 1991 novel Thayat Asun (lit. The Heir of the Demon), a hugely popular work that has been adapted into three television series, finally makes its way to the big screen. Directed by Banjong Pisanthanakun, whose Shutter (2004), Pee Mak (2013), and The Medium (2021) have captivated both critics and audiences, Inherit is one of the year’s most anticipated titles, eagerly awaited by horror fans around the world. Infused with elements of social commentary that intensify the horror, the film stars Thailand’s leading actress Davika Hoorne as Woranart, who brings decadent sensuality and sinister charisma to the role, making the film impossible to look away from.
Banjong Pisanthanakun is a Thai filmmaker renowned for his mastery of Asian horror cinema, rising to prominence with his co-directed breakout hit Shutter (2004). He went on to direct Alone (2007), Hello Stranger (2010), and Pee Mak (2013), which set a record as the highest-grossing film in Thai history. In 2021, he directed the Thai-Korean co-production The Medium, collaborating with director Na Hong-jin. Inherit, a cinematic adaptation of classic Thai horror literature, was invited to the Centrepiece section at the Toronto International Film Festival.
From Busan International Film Festival 2026, No. 31
